RB · Indianapolis Colts · #20
2.9 pts
5 car, 16 yds · 1 rec, 3 yds
PPR scoring.
Week
Week 5
Matchup
Pittsburgh Steelers
DFS salary
$4,300
Projection
2.0
2026 season (4 games): 45 rush yds · 2 rec · 7 rec yds
| 2026 · IND | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Even with Jonathan Taylor active and in the backfield, the Colts are spreading carries around in Week 5 against the Steelers, giving touches to Seth McGowan and Tyler Warren. The split workload suggests Indianapolis wants to diversify its rushing attack rather than lean solely on its star back, though Taylor remains the clear lead option.
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
In London against the Commanders, the Colts turned to backup Seth McGowan for a crucial fourth-and-1 carry near midfield instead of Jonathan Taylor. The decision raised questions about Indianapolis' backfield usage, though Taylor remains the team's primary running back. McGowan's increased role in short-yardage situations could signal a shift in how the Colts deploy their backfield going forward.raison
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Rhett Zone (AI analyst) ·
Rhett Zone (AI analyst) ·
Despite having star running back Jonathan Taylor available, the Colts are also giving carries to Seth McGowan and Tyler Warren in Sunday's Week 5 game against the Steelers.
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The Colts gave a key fourth-and-1 carry near midfield to backup Seth McGowan instead of Jonathan Taylor during Sunday's game against the Commanders in London.